Bollywood Blush Bubbly

This luxurious and visually stunning cocktail is inspired by the iconic drink at Dishoom, a renowned Bombay-inspired restaurant in London. It features a blend of sparkling rosé, aromatic saffron and spice-infused simple syrup, raspberry puree, and lychee juice, all served in a champagne flute with an edible gold leaf rim. Whether you're a seasoned mixologist or a novice, mixing up this Bollywood Blush Bubbly is sure to leave a lasting impression on your guests. Cheers!

Bollywood Blush Bubbly

A luxurious and visually stunning cocktail inspired by Dishoom's iconic drink, featuring sparkling rosé, saffron-infused syrup, raspberry puree, and lychee juice, perfect for hosting guests.

4.15 from 94 votes
Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/8 cup water
  • 1/8 cup sugar
  • 2 green cardamom pods
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1/2 tsp saffron
  • 1/4 cup raspberries
  • 1/2 Tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 oz saffron simple syrup
  • 1/8 cup raspberry puree
  • 1/8 cup lychee juice
  • 1/8 bottle sparkling rosé
  • Edible gold leaf, for garnish

Instructions

  1. For the saffron simple syrup, combine sugar, water, green cardamom pods, star anise, cinnamon stick, and saffron in a saucepan.
  2. Heat the mixture on medium heat until it gently boils, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature, then strain and set aside.
  4. For the raspberry puree, heat all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat until the raspberries start to bubble and break down.
  5. Blend the mixture in a food processor or blender until smooth, adding small splashes of water to reach a smooth, pourable consistency.
  6. In a pitcher, combine saffron simple syrup, raspberry puree, and lychee juice, and gently stir to mix.
  7. Carefully pour a portion of the sparkling rosé into the pitcher, and gently stir again.
  8. Garnish a champagne flute with edible gold leaf, then pour the prepared cocktail into the flute and serve immediately.